Though the Predators lost their most recent game against the Tampa Bay Lightning, they had earned at least a point in seven straight. That streak continued with a subtly dominating performance in all phases of the game.
The first period was slow. Arguably, the Devils had more scoring chances, but it was a lackluster affair. With the All-Star break coming up, it looked a bit like the Predators were looking forward, instead of focusing on the depleted Devils. Halfway through the game, very little had happened. Perhaps to a more experienced eye, impressive, nuanced play was occurring, but I don’t think so.